Observer 60 Tripod and Mount
18
5
19
20
21
6 
22
23
7
Figure 3a. Tripod and mount detail
Details of the Tripod and Mount
Figure 3a shows a close up of the telescope’s mount and tripod. Important features are pointed out for greater clarity and detail.
19 Altitude lock knob: | 23 Leg lock knobs: |
This locks the telescope in the altitude (up/down) direc- tion. Keep this knob tightened unless you are moving the telescope a significant distance in the altitude direc- tion. For smaller altitude adjustments, use the altitude
20Azimuth lock knob:
This locks the telescope in the azimuth (left/right) direction. Keep this knob tightened unless you are adjusting the telescope in the azimuth direction.
21Tripod leg attachment screws:
These screws attach the tripod legs to the “yoke” altazimuth mount. Each screw has a wingnut and two washers.
22Accessory tray bracket:
This bracket holds the accessory tray.
These knobs lock the tripod legs into place. Loosen them to lengthen or shorten the tripod legs. Tighten them once you have the legs at the desired length. Be cer- tain that all three tripod legs are equally extended to assure your telescope is level.
These items are included with your telescope, but are not shown in Figures 1, 2 or 3.
10mm Kellner eyepiece: This is a second,
Dust cover: Use this to cover the objective lens when the telescope is not in use. It will prevent dust from collecting on the objective lens.
8
